At the age of 12 Bruno Rossati began working eleven hour days.
"Now, approaching 91, I find myself reminiscing about my youth, still riding my motorcycle every day.
Letter re Ladetto
Established in 1946, the bicycle firm Castros & Moura Lda was based in the factory previously occupied by Fausto de Carvalho (Diana and FC) in Sangalhos. They produced the brands Marvil and Glória, which were mostly rebadged machines from other manufacturers including Raleigh.
Source: Ribatejo Moto Clube